practical help with...the struggle against sin

so...i'm reading through a book called "THE SPIRITUAL EXERCISES OF SAINT IGNATIUS" for my devotions, and came across something that i thought might help (when it comes to struggling against sin).

if you are struggling with a specific habitual sin (i.e. you are frequently tempted to do/say/think something and give into this temptation often), try this:

(1) when you wake up in the morning, resolve to guard yourself against that particular sin throughout the day ahead (pray for the strength to change, with the help of God's grace);

(2) at noon, consider the number of times you were tempted to give in to that particular sin during the first part of the day (and whether or not you actually gave in). then, renew your resolution to not sin in that way;

(3) before bed, review the time that has elapsed since noon, and note if and when you were tempted.

by making a specific commitment to God each day (and renewing that commitment throughout the day), it is possible (with God's help) to experience victory over specific sins in your life.

keep fighting the good fight.

MP